Issue 4
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The 'original' green career?
We’re seeing a huge growth in landscape and horticulture-related jobs that haven’t existed before to help combat the climate emergency. Referred to as ‘green jobs’, here’s why they are part of the solution.
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Driving the future of engineering
Graduate engineer Jonny Jamison tells us how what started as passion for cars has resulted in him working for a US-based company in what is promising to become a next-generation career in engineering.
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Optical Assistant Apprenticeship
Toby Fisher has always had his eye on this as a career and tells us how focussing on his apprenticeship has set him in the right direction and how you don’t always have to take the traditional A-Level route.
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Finance: What about it?
It’s never too early to be thinking about finance, we help explain the confusion behind national insurance, and student loans. Need help understanding how to avoid scams? Read on for some useful financial advice!
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From Plumber to System Engineer
How we build our homes has a massive impact on the environment. From starting out in a ‘fossil-fuelled’ job, System Engineer Dan Murray tells us how he has made the switch to focus on a climate-friendly future.
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In the Navy
The Royal Navy can trace it’s history back to Henry VIII (at least). But for all that history, the Navy also embraces the heights of new technology too – and they don’t just employ sailors. See the diverse range of jobs available!
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Managing Innovation
Having left school with her GCSEs but no idea of what she wanted to do in life, Cerys Williams shares her journey to the busy job she enjoys today. If you don’t know what an Innovation Manager does, read on!
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Space Placements in Industry
The scheme is managed by the UK Space Agency and supported by the Satellite Applications Catapult. If you are looking for a talented space intern, to work on a one time project, now is your chance.
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What to expect in a Polling station
You’re registered to vote, polling day arrives and it’s your first time voting! You might feel a little nervous about it so here’s our quick guide to what to expect and how straight-forward it is!
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Your mind matters
When it comes to looking after yourself, your mental health is just as important as your physical health. Whether it’s exams worrying you or your workload is becoming a lot - we’ve rounded up a few tips for you.
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Become a tutor sooner than you think
We don’t associate young people as tutors, but it can be a great career. Studies have shown that students often relate better to people nearer their own age, which is why more young people are becoming tutors.
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Your choices at the end of Year 11
Essentially, this means two options: stay in full-time education, or mix working and learning through something like an apprenticeship. Here is our round-up of how those two options break down.
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Apprenticeships explained
An Apprenticeship is a real job with relevant qualifications attached to it. It’s a ‘best of both’ between working (so earning money and getting experience) and attending college or university to get qualified.
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Do you have a LinkedIn profile yet?
LinkedIn, www.linkedin.com, was designed to be a tool to connect professionals across the world, helping them become more efficient and productive. Here’s why you should definitely have a profile
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Who makes the perfect HR person?
Salary data shows that average pay varies between £18,372 and £115,953, depending on things like levels of responsibility and region. But what makes you the perfect person to work in HR?
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What is a Training Provider?
You would think that the obvious answer to that question is a person who provides training. Whilst that is certainly true, in the world of apprenticeships, the term training provider has a very specific meaning.